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Waters Protection Ordinance (WPO)

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Summary

The purpose of this ordinance is to facilitate the protection of surface and underground waters from harmful effects and enable their sustainable use.

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Issuer

Switzerland

Year

2016

Region

Europe

Issuer (type)

Swiss Confederation (Schweizerische Eidgenossenschaft) (Government)

Policy Type

Other sustainability policy

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory


Main industries targeted
  • Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation
  • Administrative, Support, Waste Management
  • Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting
  • Manufacturing
Restrictiveness

Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • SDG 1: No Poverty
  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger
  • SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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